About Al Urubah Metro Station
Al Urubah Metro Station serves the Al Urubah Road area - a key secondary commercial and residential corridor running parallel to Olaya Street. The station sits just north of the STC Al Olaya interchange, making it the immediate approach station for one of the network's most important hubs. Commuters who overshoot Al Olaya or who are heading to the northern residential blocks along Al Urubah Road use this station regularly.
Station Overview
Elevated Zone 1 station on the Blue Line, immediately north of the STC Al Olaya interchange. Opened 2024.
Lines and Connectivity
Blue Line only. STC Al Olaya (Red Line interchange) is one stop south. KAFD is several stops north.
Facilities
ATMs and WiFi. Darb card top-up machines at entry.
Accessibility
Full step-free access with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements, and platform screen doors.
Travel Tips
- If you are heading for the Red Line, ride one stop south to STC Al Olaya rather than walking the distance.
- ATMs at this station are useful before heading into the city centre.
Nearby Attractions
Al Urubah Road commercial strip - directly served. Local offices, retail, and dining.
Timings and Best Time to Travel
Sunday to Thursday 06:00 to midnight, Friday 13:00 to 02:00, Saturday 06:00 to 02:00.
Nearest Metro to Al Urubah Road commercial district
If you are heading to Al Urubah Road commercial district, Al Urubah Metro Station is your closest metro stop on the Blue Line. It also gives easy access to STC Al Olaya interchange (1 stop south). Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.
Stations on This Line
Station Timings
First Train
06:00
Last Train
00:00
Times shown are approximate. Timings may vary on public holidays. Check the official Riyadh Metro app for live updates.
Traveller Tips
- 1One stop north of STC Al Olaya - use this station for Al Urubah Road destinations.
- 2ATMs available at station entry.
- 3KAFD is a few stops north - no changes needed on the Blue Line.
- 4Zone 1 - SAR 4 single fare within Zone 1.
Accessibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Al Urubah Station near the Red Line?
One stop south at STC Al Olaya gives you Red Line access. Al Urubah itself is Blue Line only. The Red Line at STC Al Olaya runs east to King Fahd Sports City and west to King Saud University.
What zone is Al Urubah Metro Station?
Zone 1. Single adult fare within Zone 1 is SAR 4 on the Darb card.
Is Al Urubah Metro Station step-free?
Yes, full step-free access with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements in Arabic and English, and platform screen doors.
What is near Al Urubah Metro Station?
The station serves the Al Urubah Road corridor - a secondary commercial and residential street parallel to Olaya with offices, retail, and dining, approximately one block from the main Olaya thoroughfare.
How long does it take from Al Urubah to KAFD?
KAFD is several stops northbound on the Blue Line, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.